Nice setup, bed too?

The rear of the FJ is smaller than my 2nd gen was.
In the 2nd gen the cargo box and the cooler would both be able to be on the floor, as long as the subwoofer was taken out or put up and strapped to the cargobox.

Had the temp conversion chart laminated today at a copy center.
http://www.pnw4runners.com/fj/arb_fridge/3.jpg

I will take the chart to work and cut it down some more with a paper cutter and tape it down in that spot, or I may just punch some holes in it and use zip ties and attach it to the handle or somewhere else on the sides.

This fridge is pretty darn cool.
Very quiet too when it is cycling.

 

FWIW, I've been using a Waeco 40-quart fridge for about 3 years now for my expeditions, and it works great. The model I have can be run on 12vDC or 120vAC. There are factory-refurbished models available now for only $450. Similar performance as an Engel/ARB for a lot less!

 

You can always install one of these: Engel Thermometer

 

That chart I printed out is pretty easy to read though.
I do have a temp gauge though on my old 3 way fridge that is similar to the Engel one.

 

I would like one to evaluate if your offering . I have had this Coleman one from trucking days for about 7 years and its about dead and I have been looking into getting a new one but if this is better then Coleman I would like to see if it will last as long as Coleman and what the price difference is.

 

You will be suprised how quick you adapt to celcius... It was all I used in Afghanistan.. only took a few days to have it down

 

I will have a complete writeup in the Tech Section on the installation into my FJ at a later date.
One of these is on the way.
http://www.compactappliance.com/xq/J...uct/TSL515.htm

 

For those aof you that dont know, the Engel fridges are made here in FL. A city by the name of Jupiter 75 miles N. of Miami and 130 Miles S. of Orlando. I am toying with picking on up last I checked I could get one for $500ish. http://engelfreezers.blueholecharters.com/

Aaron

 

hey how many evaluations are you passing out??

 

Phil, the insulating blanket came in the other day at ARB headquarters.
Will be picking it up today or tomorrow.

 

All due respect but Norcold, Engel and ARB are all made in Japan. The Engel US Importer is located in Florida.

Contact Information
Our corporate distribution office is based in South Florida. You can contact us as follows:

Electronic mail info@i-m-d.com
Toll Free (888) 272 9838 (In USA only)
Telephone (561) 743 7419
Fax (561) 743 7420
Postal address ENGEL USA
1555 Jupiter Park Drive, Unit 5
Jupiter, FL 33458

 

This is true.
They are all made in Japan.

 

Ummm yeah that what I meant anyhow!


Aaron

 

There is a "rubbermaid" freezer / refrigerator at Target for $49.99 - I wonder if its any good?

It runs off DC - so does its work like an ice cooler when the car is off? I'm guessing you need to run the car whenever you want the ref. to cool.... and just let it chill when the car is off....


Are you guys wiring your outlets to stay hot with the keys off?

 

More than likely it is not energy efficient and will run down your battery in a few hours.

From the reports around the forums I read the ARB type of fridges can go for 4 to 5 days before wearing the battery into a negative discharge state.

 

Ive got my outlets set to run hot 24/7. Im going to say the target unit it no go for power issues.

Aaron

 

FWIW, they are now manufactured in Thailand for Sawafuji (Japan).

 

Update to an old thread.

I relocated the fridge to a better spot awhile back.
https://www.yotatech.com/50842556-post271.html

 

much better unless you have rear passengers

 

No rear passengers.
Yeah, both seats are totally out now.
I like how it opened up the area.